The main difference between the CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack and the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is that the Arete™ Sling 8 Pack has Hydration Compatible (Available) while the Tandem Trail 16L Backpack does not.
Specs | Brand | CamelBak | Columbia |
Name | Arete™ Sling 8 Pack | Tandem Trail 16L Backpack | |
Category | Hydration | Hiking | |
Sub Category | Hiking | Hydration | |
Capacity (L) | 8L | 16L | |
Dimensions (in) | 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91 | 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 | |
Weight (lb) | 0.80 | 0.66 | |
Fabric | 100% Nylon | ||
Color | Black/Reflective | Black Fallgrass/Black | |
Warranty | CamelBak Lifetime Guarantee | ||
Release Date | November 2, 2021 | ||
Rating | 4.3 | 4.2 | |
Price | Under $100 | Under $75 | |
General Features | Shoulder Straps | Straight - adjustable padded strap | Lightweight and breathable shoulder straps |
Sternum / Chest Straps | Adjustable sternum strap | ||
Zippers | Nylon zipper with string pulls | Nylon with reflective zipper pulls | |
Main Compartment Access | Normal top two way zip access | Normal top zipped access | |
External Pockets | 1 external pocket | Two water bottle pockets | |
Internal Compartments | Mesh slip in pockets | Laptop mesh sleeve | |
Water Bottle | Yes | ||
Handles | Top grab handle | ||
Lightweight | Ultralight construction | ||
Business & School Features | Laptop Sleeve | Padded | |
Hiking / Backpacking Features | Back Panel | Breathable air mesh back panel | Padded and quilted backpanel |
Trekking Pole Holders | Trekking pole attachments | ||
Hydration Features | Hydration Compatible | Available | |
Other Features | Other Features | Hydration compatible, Versatile and customizable Twin Slot webbing |
CamelBak 's Arete™ Sling 8 Pack is a Hydration backpack with Hiking features while Columbia's Tandem Trail 16L Backpack is a Hiking backpack with Hydration features.
The CamelBak Arete™ Sling 8 Pack has a capacity of 8L (liters), weighs 0.80 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 14.96 x 8.27 x 5.91. It's made of and is available in Black/Reflective in comparison the Columbia Tandem Trail 16L Backpack's capacity is 16L with a size of 17.7 x 10.4 x 5.7 inches. Constructed from 100% Nylon it weighs 0.66 pounds and is available in Black Fallgrass/Black.
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